Image by Gerd Altmann from Pixabay Natural disasters including flooding, hurricanes, mudslides and wildfires affect real estate values. Some recent examples of real estate transactions being influenced by these increasingly intense and frequent events include: A Charleston, South Carolina, homeowner deciding to demolish her house after three years of flooding caused by hurricanes that led to 11 failed...

Photo by u_jup1hbno via Pixabay Paint is the magic elixir when it comes to inexpensive home makeovers. It rejuvenates space in a way few other things can do. Yet many homeowners have blinders on when it comes to the places they can paint. Namely, they only see the walls as a palette. Let's challenge that notion and remind...

Photo by Quang Nguyen Vinh from Pexels As a responsible homeowner, home maintenance should be at the top of your list of important things to do. However, with a busy life and a lot to manage, certain home-maintenance tasks can be easily disregarded. While there are some things you may be able to get away with for a...

Photo by eric montanah from Pexels Furniture DIY projects can be fun and exciting. And better yet, these can help you save thousands of dollars. However, these projects take time, energy, and knowledge, which is where you’ll see a lot of people give up. But by learning some super simple DIY projects, you can get your hands on...

Photo by Malcolm Garret via Pexels No matter how safe your neighborhood is, it doesn’t hurt to take precautions against break-ins or thefts. Installing home security lighting is a highly effective way to deter intruders. This type of lighting also provides plenty of light for walkways and paths, making it safer for you and your family to walk...

When it comes to selling a house, there is no need to make rash decisions. Instead, you should review your home selling options closely so you can make informed choices time and time again. There are many factors to consider as you review your home selling plans, and these include: 1. Your Home's Condition How your home looks to...

Contemporary year-round two-story colonial in Candlewood Knolls directly across street from Candlewood Lake. Outstanding location on level corner lot close to North Beach with great views of the lake. Extensive upgrades by current owners. Bright Open floor plan with 22 foot ceiling in the great room with Two large clerestory windows. This move-in ready home features two bedrooms, two full bathrooms, hardwood flooring throughout, working stone fireplace, spacious kitchen with granite countertops and a corner dining area. The two Mini-Split AC units cool the entire home. There are Motorized blinds on the clerestory windows and a huge private...

Contemporary year-round two-story colonial in Candlewood Knolls directly across street from Candlewood Lake. Outstanding location on level corner lot close to North Beach with great views of the lake. Extensive upgrades by current owners. Bright Open floor plan with 22 foot ceiling in the great room with Two large clerestory windows. This move-in ready home features two bedrooms, two full bathrooms, hardwood flooring throughout, working stone fireplace, spacious kitchen with granite countertops and a corner dining area. The two Mini-Split AC units cool the entire home. There are Motorized blinds on the clerestory windows and a huge private...

Almost Lakefront! Charming expanded cottage with stunning views adjacent to Candlewood Knolls North Beach. Step from your yard directly to the community beach and boat docks. This lake house features a cathedral ceiling living room with stone fireplace and skylights, a sunroom with walls of glass overlooking the lake and a two tiered deck with lake views - perfect for outdoor entertaining. There is an eat-in kitchen with stainless appliances and a picture window, a main level bedroom with two more upstairs - one of which boasts lake views, skylights and a outdoor balcony. Downstairs is a huge walk out family room with tile floor and full...

Spacious ranch home nestled in Candlewood Lake Estates - a private gated lake community with beaches and boat slips on Candlewood Lake. With 4 bedrooms and a sunroom this home has room for everyone. All on one level ranch has an inviting front porch, 3 full baths, a large master suite with walk-in closet, an eat-in kitchen with skylight, a formal dining room, a living room, washer and dryer, and a family room with gas fireplace and sliders to a private backyard patio. Exceptional storage possibilities with a two car garage and a ramp to the full basement providing extra storage for motorcycles, quads, snowmobiles, golf carts etc. Home is on...

Everybody in the POOL ! This comfy updated Colonial offers the best in summer fun - an INGROUND POOL with cabana to keep the kids happy all summer long. When you get tired of swimming in the pool then you can relax on the huge 500 sq ft deck with HOT TUB boasting seasonal views of the rolling hills. This 4 bedroom 3 bath home is in excellent condition and offers a spacious Living Room with brick fireplace with triple sliders to the deck. Eat-In kitchen has an island and a pantry. Family room has hardwood floors and could also be used as a formal dining room if needed. Upstairs is the sizable Master Suite with luxury bath featuring radiant...

Everybody in the POOL ! This comfy updated Colonial offers the best in summer fun - an inground pool with cabana to keep the kids happy all summer long. When you get tired of swimming in the pool then you can relax on the huge deck with HOT TUB boasting seasonal views of the rolling hills. This 4 bedroom 3 bath home is in excellent condition and offers a spacious Living Room with Fireplace with access to the deck which overlooks the pool. Eat-In kitchen has an island and a pantry. Family room has hardwood floors and could also be used as a formal dining room if needed. Upstairs is the sizable Master Suite with luxury bath featuring radiant...